Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 1:38PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 11:38am
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 137 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Cut Off, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Larose, Cut Off, and Galliano.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel
clouds. This type of funnel cloud is harmless, but on rare occasions
they can briefly touch down, producing wind gusts over 50 mph. If a
funnel cloud is spotted move indoors or to safe harbor and report
your sighting to the National Weather Service.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Upper Lafourche; Lower Lafourche
Forcast Office:
NWS New Orleans LA
Sender: